Computer Vision Engineer

Harmattan Ai
Zürich, Switzerland
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with advanced computer vision and machine learning expertise who thrive in collaborative, high-impact environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with advanced computer vision and ML experience in defense or robotics domains
    — “developing core technical components across various robotics/aerospace projects”
  • Individuals with a track record in algorithm optimization and deployment
    — “Implement ML/CV models into production-ready environments”
  • Candidates who have worked in top AI companies and have a strong mathematical foundation
    — “Experience in top AI companies is a huge plus”

Things to consider

  • The role requires full-time commitment and high dedication to the company’s mission
    — “100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans”
  • Candidates must be prepared for rigorous execution and ownership of technical challenges
    — “rigorous environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with real-world impact in ML/CV projects
    — “building technologies with real-world impact”
  • Showcase ability to create and curate high-quality datasets for training
    — “Participate in the creation and curation of training and validation datasets”
  • Highlight skills in statistical analysis and visualization tool development
    — “Perform statistical analyses and develop visualization tools to ensure data quality”
  • Demonstrate capability in cross-team integration and system alignment
    — “Work closely with software and simulation teams to align development with system requirements”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • developed and optimized computer vision algorithms
  • implemented machine learning models in production
  • improved model performance
Typical background
computer sciencemachine learning

Skills & requirements

Required

Computer VisionMachine LearningData AnalysisAlgorithm DevelopmentDeployment

Preferred

Aerospace Industry ExperienceDefense Systems

Stack & domain

Computer VisionMachine LearningPythonC++Data PreparationAlgorithm DevelopmentDeploymentMonitoringCommunicationTeamworkPassion For MlCommitmentDefense SystemsRoboticsAerospace

About the role

Original posting from Harmattan Ai via Ashby

ABOUT US

Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.

Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Computer Vision Engineer to join our Machine Learning and Computer Vision team. This role is crucial for developing core technical components across various robotics/aerospace projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Research & Data Preparation:
  • Conduct research on state-of-the-art Computer Vision methodologies. Participate in the creation and curation of training and validation datasets.
  • Perform statistical analyses and develop visualization tools to ensure data quality.
  • Algorithm Development & Optimization:
  • Build and refine training pipelines and metrics to enhance model performance.
  • Develop and optimize Computer Vision algorithms for multiple robotics/aerospace projects.
  • Deployment & Integration: Implement ML/CV models into production-ready environments. Ensure seamless integration with Harmattan AI’s systems and conduct rigorous code reviews.
  • Validation & Monitoring: Test algorithms in real-world environments and develop monitoring tools. Track model performance and continuously improve deployed solutions.
  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with software and simulation teams to align development with system requirements. Communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

  • Educational Background: A degree from a top-tier engineering school or university (Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field, PhD is a plus)
  • Technical Expertise: Strong mathematical foundations, coding skills (Python, C++ is a plus) and hands-on ML/CV project experience. Experience in top AI companies is a huge plus.
  • Passion for ML: Enthusiasm for Machine Learning and Computer Vision.
  • Strong Communication & Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
  • Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence.

We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.

Source: Harmattan Ai careers (Ashby)

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